I was chatting to a friend recently, who was in the midst of planning their very first trip to Japan. My friend mentioned that they felt overwhelmed when researching because there were so many things to do in Tokyo! Since I was fortunate enough to live in Tokyo, I never really thought about how this …
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11 Instagrammable places in Tokyo, Japan
Are you visiting Tokyo and want to take photos of some beautiful places? As someone who used to call Tokyo home, I’ve put together a guide to the most Instagrammable places in Tokyo. Whether you’re an avid Instagrammer, photographer or just on the lookout for cool places to visit, this guide has you covered: 1. …
A quick trip to Tokyo: 2 day Tokyo Itinerary
Tokyo holds a special place in my heart. After all, it was the city I was lucky enough to call home when I lived in Japan! This 2 day Tokyo itinerary is based on my recommendations for first-time travelers to Japan. While I think you could spend months in Tokyo and never run out of …
A thrift shopper’s guide to Tokyo: 6 second-hand stores you need to visit
I discovered the wonders of second-hand stores in Tokyo purely by accident. I was planning my last-minute hiking trip to Kamikochi (also known as the “Japanese Alps”) and realized I didn’t have any appropriate hiking wear. I was torn between shopping it up vs. going without when I realized I could try looking at second-hand stores …
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10 budget tips for visiting Tokyo, Japan
So many travelers think you need to spend a lot of money to visit Tokyo. This sprawling metropolis has a reputation as an expensive city! When I first traveled to Japan, I didn’t think it was possible to travel on a budget in Tokyo. After living in Tokyo, I’ve come to realize that while it can …
Konnichiwa from Tokyo, Japan!
I landed in Tokyo last week, and am super excited to share my upcoming Japan adventures with you! I’ll be here for 3 months – the longest I’ve ever been in a country (after my home country of Australia and Boston, where I currently live). It’s a little strange to think I am now living in …
